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Some brides, having spent so much time and money on the ceremony dress, opt to stay in the look but still want a slight transformation for the afterparty, which has led designers to make the ceremony dresses themselves work harder. It’s not uncommon now to find dresses offered with detachable trains or sleeves, interchangeable add-ons that allow the bride to have multiple looks in one. Millie Bobby Brown’s, for instance, featured a clip-on overskirt which she removed at the end of the evening.
“Brides are more conscious of purchasing a second evening look, so our interchangeable pieces where you could remove a cape, skirt or sleeves become a really exciting alternative,” says Kate Halfpenny, founder and designer of one of London’s most popular bridal labels Halfpenny. Adds Galia: “Ten years ago, most brides came in asking for one major look—the ceremony gown—but today’s brides are asking for transformative elements like detachable sleeves, overskirts and capes.”
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The search for more unique yet timeless outfits has sent some brides mining vintage styles for inspiration. Much like the way vintage and archival pieces have found their way onto the red carpet, offering an added layer of storytelling to the fashion, brides have recently been looking to glean inspiration from vintage styles. As we know, the deeper the storytelling, the better the engagement.
“Our brides are drawn to ’70s-inspired lace again and a return to craftsmanship, with more artisanal lacework, textured embroidery, and 3D floral lace, often reminiscent of vintage eras like the 1920s and 1970s, but reimagined, with a modern twist, of course,” says Galia.
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Accessories have also become more prominent in recent years as ways to personalise a look. Think custom veils like Hailey Bieber’s and her custom Off-White veil, which read “Till death do us part.” According to Pinterest’s 2025 wedding report, 90s nostalgic wedding looks, vintage designers and detailed veils are all coming back in style.
“Lately I’ve seen a huge demand in veils and detachable bows, after a brief hiatus of brides feeling they were too traditional, they are really embracing them again,” says Kate. The same Pinterest report shows a 640% increase in demand for grand, Spanish-style Mantilla veils driven by Gen Z brides. And if you’ve been seeing the resurgence of gloves lately, another 1940s relic, you’re not alone. “Over the past year, there has also been a trend of more brides opting for gloves and scarves to add a refined touch to more minimalist looks,” says Kay.
But whatever designer, silhouette, accessories you choose for your aisle style, the biggest trend in 2025 is to be unapologetically yourself, and that will never go out of fashion.